Squarepants Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 So definitely have one of these but not a small one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 So definitely have one of these but not a small one I meant I have a cold chisel and a gimpy hammer for splitting rocks. Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 You mean like the station owners at Palmer River who took it too far http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-10-31/couple-accused-of-murdering-missing-gold-prospector/4343318 Not quite what I was thinking of. More the fact that if you remove anything. Even just a rock, off a mining lease, it can have serious criminal consequences. The presence of a mining lease doesn't mean there is a mine there. So, don't just assume you can wander into the bush and start picking things up. Even an exploration lease can have some consequences. At the very least, you can find yourself being kicked off the ground. Most exploration companies are pretty good about it and I have sat at a camp fire many a time with fossikers / amateur prospectors. But, they told us what they were doing in advance. Also, be aware that many sites where crystals are visible, particularly caves, are sites of aboriginal heritage and any damage caused is a serious criminal offense that can carry prison terms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squarepants Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Bobj big opal shown on page 4 is absolutely stunning can you pleas tell me where it was from as I would not mind finding something like that opal myself if want share via pm:biggrin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Not quite what I was thinking of. More the fact that if you remove anything. Even just a rock, off a mining lease, it can have serious criminal consequences. The presence of a mining lease doesn't mean there is a mine there. So, don't just assume you can wander into the bush and start picking things up. Even an exploration lease can have some consequences. At the very least, you can find yourself being kicked off the ground. Most exploration companies are pretty good about it and I have sat at a camp fire many a time with fossikers / amateur prospectors. But, they told us what they were doing in advance. Also, be aware that many sites where crystals are visible, particularly caves, are sites of aboriginal heritage and any damage caused is a serious criminal offense that can carry prison terms. I would hope not :swoon: Don't worry we have him under control, well I think we do lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 I would love to get into this now I have a 4x4. Are there any sites in sa? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted December 15, 2012 Author Share Posted December 15, 2012 I would love to get into this now I have a 4x4. Are there any sites in sa? G'day mate, not many gem areas but lotsa gold fossicking and no mining/fossicking permit needed. http://www.treasureenterprises.com/gold%20prospecting%20information/gold_prospecting_locations_South_Australia.htm Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Cool, thanks very much. One day I plan to head out to coober pedy too, hopefully we could find some scraps there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted December 16, 2012 Author Share Posted December 16, 2012 Cool, thanks very much. One day I plan to head out to coober pedy too, hopefully we could find some scraps there? Plenty of old spoil heaps to noodle around. But be aware of trespassing on claims. Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted December 16, 2012 Author Share Posted December 16, 2012 Just thought of a fabulous place for some of the more uncommon minerals, the Olary/Bimbowrie Region, for chiastolite, andalusite (maltese crosses) and kyanite crystals. http://www.mindat.org/locentry-3519.html http://brokenhillmineralclub.wikispaces.com/file/view/news+v12n1.pdf Cheers, Bobj. Forgot that I went there 40 odd years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Old thread I know and not really on topic but ... I am really proud of my 12yr old. He is addicted to fossicking, minerals, rocks, fossils and gems and a few months back we signed him up to the Cairns Gem and Mineral Club, well during that time he has made gem trees, bracelets and he is currently doing a cabochon course, they give him 3 slabs of stone and he shapes and polishes it using various saws and other machines. Well last night he finished his first one and he can't stop smiling and showing it off. The thing is he won't use any of his own as he also likes them in their rough form but I'm hoping this camping trip he will find a good specimen that he won't mind cabbing for a lovely piece of jewellery for me. Here is a photo of his work, it started off as a slab like the one on the left Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 Excellent work, Katie, he has done well. Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Rather than start a new thread I thought I would post on here. The young one had me buying him a tumbler he arranged to buy through a member, he told me, mum its only $20, so I coughed up and then he throws at me, mum I need 3 types of grit and polish, so the bargain of $20 ended up costing me over $100 this is on top of the $200 I spent on Saturday buying him a few specimens and a small display case. Bobj I thought this was a cheap hobby :wink: on the plus side he was given a small piece of amber free (well I'm presuming its the real stuff) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NowPerth Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Tell him he can pay it back when he sells his first opal/sapphire/diamond! Or turn it into a ring for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted October 28, 2013 Author Share Posted October 28, 2013 Rather than start a new thread I thought I would post on here. The young one had me buying him a tumbler he arranged to buy through a member, he told me, mum its only $20, so I coughed up and then he throws at me, mum I need 3 types of grit and polish, so the bargain of $20 ended up costing me over $100 this is on top of the $200 I spent on Saturday buying him a few specimens and a small display case. Bobj I thought this was a cheap hobby :wink: on the plus side he was given a small piece of amber free (well I'm presuming its the real stuff) Plus the constant noise of the tumbler, plus the eeeenormus leccy bill...:laugh: Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Plus the constant noise of the tumbler, plus the eeeenormus leccy bill...:laugh: Cheers, Bobj. :arghh: We put it in eldest sons bedroom now he has left home but middle son wasn't impressed as it kept him awake all night. I wouldn't mind but SP was even sleep walking last night telling us not to turn it off :no: Ps just off to look at that link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 What is the one specimen you want but don't have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 What is the one specimen you want but don't have? Gotta find my own...But:hug: for trying.:wink: Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Gotta find my own...But:hug: for trying.:wink: Cheers, Bobj. Lol who says I was looking for you :tongue: I wouldn't mind but Nat told me there are thousands more stones to collect :no: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Have to say my opal given to me by a very very dear friend is my favorite, although i took it to the club last night to see if they would set it in gold for me (most of them are jewellery makers) and they wouldn't touch it, they said it's too precious and to go to a specialist shop. I want it set in gold though as I don't think silver would do it justice. I saw a lovely idea but they told me last night it would be no good for an opal so I am back to the drawing board, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Bob I love this, in gold with a pink diamond :wink: Just need to convince Rob that it would be perfect :yes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 or this Ok better stop as I will be getting told off from SP for hijacking the thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 You have one...Just whack a diamond on a dollop of gold and there you go... Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 Lol who says I was looking for you :tongue: I wouldn't mind but Nat told me there are thousands more stones to collect :no: Now, that is a brilliant idea...Should get a few interested to go looking in the Great Outback next Sept hols...:yes: Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opal Fiend Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 OMG that opal is fab and a million times better that the milky white rubbish I see in UK I cant imagine how fab it would be when finished absolutely stunning wow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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